April weather forecast
Sylva, NC

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Weather in April

April is a comfortable spring month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from March to April brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). During the nights in April, Sylva observes an average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

In Sylva, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sylva, during April, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation. In Sylva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Sylva aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Sylva, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sylva, the average sunshine in April is 8.3h.

UV index

In Sylva, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sylva in April?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sylva during April are 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Sylva?

In Sylva, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

How many days does it rain in April in Sylva?

In Sylva, North Carolina, in April, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Sylva?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in April, Sylva aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sylva have in April?

In April, the average day length in Sylva is 13h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Sylva?

On the first day of April in Sylva, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:18 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in April in Sylva?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Sylva?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Sylva, North Carolina, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Sylva, NC

Average temperature in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average high temperature in April: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in April
Sylva, NC

Average pressure in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average pressure in April: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Sylva, NC

Average wind speed in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Sylva, NC

Average humidity in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average humidity in April: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in April
Sylva, NC

Average rainfall in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in April
Sylva, NC

Average rainfall days in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in April
Sylva, NC

Average snowfall in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average snowfall in April: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Sylva, NC

Average snowfall days in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Sylva, NC

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Sylva, NC

Average sunshine days in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Sylva, NC

Average UV index in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Sylva, NC

Average cloud cover in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in April
Sylva, NC

Average visibility in April - Sylva, NC
  • Average visibility in April: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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